Archives for 2016

14 years ago I painted a series of abstract female clowns. They had bald heads and their faces were white with large colored eyes and red lips. Several of the paintings showed women hanging from crosses. I no longer create art with messages. But these women clowns did have a message. They were about women... Posted on May 18, 2016 by JHC in Blog-PostsContinue Reading

Feature artist of the week, Eduardo Terranova creates gorgeous abstract minimal paintings in using precious metals. Alchemists have always sought to possess the power of the philosopher’s stone, believed to contain a magical substance that would transform base metals into their noble counterparts. Eduardo says: "I am interested in exploring non-traditional formats of alchemy because of... Posted on May 10, 2016 by JHC in Blog-Posts0 commentsContinue Reading

Everyone is familiar with "The Scream" by Munch. He painted many other canvases of mental illness. In the 1990s I painted an abstract series of mentally ill people. Unfortunately, I have no photos of them and no longer own the few pieces I painted. I wanted to depict how those suffering from mental disorders are... Posted on May 5, 2016 by JHC in Blog-PostsContinue Reading

Corrigan Gallery is my favorite art gallery in Charleston SC. It's owner, Lese Corrigan exhibits contemporary eclectic paintings, drawings, woodcuts, sculpture and pottery. Though the gallery is not huge, one needs to spend a lot of time in the space. There is art everywhere and fun little surprises pop up unexpectedly. The art is exhibited... Posted on April 28, 2016 by JHC in Blog-PostsContinue Reading

THINK EMPTINESS Most types of meditation involve paying attention to your mind and if it wanders, bringing it to a chosen focal point. The focal point itself varies from meditation to meditation. Focusing on an abstract painting can still the mind. "Angel of Emptiness" exemplifies the Buddhist meaning of emptiness. Emptiness does not mean complete... Posted on April 21, 2016 by JHC in Blog-PostsContinue Reading

Feature artist of the week, Nancy Klotz has been my mentor for years. Her art jewelry emphasizes creative expression and design. I met American abstract artist Nancy in 1978 when she worked as an Artist in Residence for Prince George County, MD. There was an open house for the six artists who were part of... Posted on April 14, 2016 by JHC in Blog-PostsContinue Reading

Among the greatest American sculptors of the twentieth century, David Smith was the first to work with welded metal. He wove a rich mythology around this rugged work, often talking of the formative experiences he had in his youth while working in a car body workshop. He learned welding while there which he used in... Posted on April 7, 2016 by JHC in Blog-PostsContinue Reading

The Paper Dolls series unfolded quite by accident, or perhaps it was by luck? I discovered a dissonant joy and longing in the repeating nameless-faceless forms of the vaguely female shapes I cut while playing with my daughter. While my initial intent was to entertain my little girl with these fun and innocent cutouts, I found myself imagining a... Posted on March 23, 2016 by JHC in Blog-PostsContinue Reading

Fearful connotations are associated with the crucifixion. The crucifixion can be and has been misunderstood because the fearful are apt to perceive fearfully. The crucifixion is the extreme example of how not to accept false justification for anger. The crucifixion actually represents release from fear to anyone who understands it. How we perceive is based... Posted on March 22, 2016 by JHC in Blog-PostsContinue Reading